The Parenting Reframe

Albiona Rakipi
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The Parenting Reframe podcast is a safe space for parents to feel seen, heard, and supported through this wild journey that is parenting. Hosted by educator and parent Albiona Rakipi, we explore some of the biggest parenting challenges: tantrums, potty training, challenging behaviors, neurodivergent learners, teenagers, bedtime, homework, expectations, and more. We'll chat with experts, parents, and even kids about what it means to parent and to be parented. Albiona's 20 years of experience working with children and families, has brought her insight as she learns from parents and kids alike - even her own. Her only ask is that you stay open and curious, as we reframe parenting together.

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    How to Nurture and Parent Our Ideas and Creativity

    Inside, they explore: → Why "first build a better box" before thinking outside of it—and how this applies to parenting, business, and creative work → The liberating power of "you can have whatever you want, provided you get it for yourself" → How Judith's mother gave her permission to be entrepreneurial from childhood (breeding guinea pigs, collecting junk, understanding "the power of the purse") → Why trusting your intuition is a skill you can develop—and how it's helped Judith make decisions for 30 years → The Kitchen Sink Story: How being baptized over a kitchen sink on a farm led to making Pope Francis laugh → What it means to be a "doula for stories"—and how publishing mirrors the parenting process → Why releasing attachment to outcome is essential (and how to celebrate milestones along the way) → The village it takes to publish a book—and raise a child → How to hold the tension between mystery and structure, passion and pragmatism → Why aunts and mentors matter more than we celebrate them → The physical nature of intuition: goosebumps, tingles, and the 39 senses we forget we have   Judith also shares the six questions every HarperOne editor must answer before acquiring a book, her approach to "publishing for the world we want to live in," and why she paints calming animal pictures for mental health on Instagram. This episode is for you if you're nurturing any kind of creative work—whether that's raising children, building a business, writing a book, or bringing any passion project to life. It's about permission, intuition, structure, and the art of parenting what matters most into the world.   Resources & Links: Connect with Judith:  → Instagram: @judithcurr (calming animal art + occasional publishing news)  → HarperOne: @harperonebooks  → HarperCollins: www.harpercollins.com   Mentioned in This Episode:  → Girls Write Now: www.girlswritenow.org (mentoring organization for young writers)  → Pope Francis's upcoming book: Peace Be With You (February 2026)  → The Source by Dr. Tara Swart  → The Secret by Rhonda Byrne  → The Gut by Julia Enders  → Breast Advice by Dr. Liza Port   Connect with Albiona:  → Book a Free Discovery Call (1:1 Coaching) - https://www.theparentingreframe.com/coaching  → Follow Albiona on Instagram - @theparentingreframe  → Join Albiona's Paid Substack Community - https://theparentingreframe.substack.com   Loved this episode? Please rate, review, and share it with someone who's nurturing a creative project, raising kids, or learning to trust their intuition in business and life. We're all learning how to parent what matters—with structure, with heart, and with the courage to let it become what it's meant to be. Until next time,  Albiona 🤎 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 2m

  2. 7 JAN

    Letting Go Isn't the Hard Part—It's Staying

    Inside, Albiona explores: → Why "letting go isn't the hard part—it's staying" applies to both life changes and daily parenting moments → The four reaction types parents default to when boundaries get tested: punisher, adjuster, panicker, and avoider → Why we desperately seek agreement when we set boundaries (and why we don't actually need it) → How to stop over-explaining to your kids—and to yourself → What it looks like to parent yourself back home while parenting your children forward → Why discomfort doesn't mean unsafe, and how to ground yourself when everything feels shaky She also gets honest about her own journey away from perfectionism and achievement, the spaciousness she's choosing in 2026, and why slowing down has become one of her most important practices. This episode is for you if you've ever set a boundary and then immediately wanted to take it back. If you've felt the pull to adjust, explain, or rescue your child (or yourself) from discomfort. If you know what you need to do but struggle to stay there when things get hard. Resources & Links: → Book a Free Discovery Call with Albiona (1:1 Coaching) - https://www.theparentingreframe.com/coaching → Follow Albiona on Instagram - @theparentingreframe → Join Albiona's Paid Substack Community - https://theparentingreframe.substack.com Loved this episode? Please rate, review, and share it with a parent who needs permission to hold their boundaries without needing everyone's approval first. We're all learning how to stay—in our power, in our knowing, in the slowness—even when it feels uncomfortable. Until next time, The Parenting Reframe Team 🤎 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min

  3. 17/12/2025

    When Your Child is Afraid to Choose (and You Are Too)

    Inside, Albiona explores: Why kids (and adults) get stuck in "right vs. wrong" thinkingWhat to say when your child spirals after a choiceWhy avoiding decisions won’t help build confidenceWhy “holding boundaries” isn’t the same as shutting kids downHow we confuse calm with control—and what to do insteadWhat it looks like to guide without rescuingShe also shares stories from her own classroom teaching days and real coaching conversations with parents—and gets honest about the discomfort that comes with letting our kids struggle a little (while we stay close). Resources & Links: Book a Free Discovery Call with Albiona (1:1 Coaching) - https://www.theparentingreframe.com/coaching  She’s accepting new clients in 2026 — book before Dec 31st to lock in 2025 pricing.Follow Albiona on Instagram - https://instagram.com/theparentingreframeJoin Albiona on Substack for reflections on parenting, inner growth, and nervous system tools - https://theparentingreframe.substack.com/Loved this episode? Please rate, review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear: it’s okay not to have all the answers. We’re all learning how to parent others—and ourselves—with more grace and less shame.   Until next time, The Parenting Reframe Team 🤎 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min

  4. 03/12/2025

    Reimagining Parenthood and Entrepreneurship with Miki Agrawal

    From surviving 9/11 to launching multiple category-defining companies, Miki shares how one day shifted her relationship with life, purpose, and doing work that actually matters. This conversation weaves through: What it means to create from soft power instead of hustle cultureHow nature is the ultimate parenting teacherWhy modern parenthood needs a new paradigm—and how HERO Diapers is leading the chargeWhat she teaches her son about resilience, creativity, and emotional strengthThe 3 key questions she asks before starting any new ideaAnd how she's learned that true leadership means owning your humannessWhether you're raising a child, launching a product, or reimagining how you move through the world… this one will stay with you. Resources & Links: Follow Hero Diapers on Instagram - https://instagram.com/herodiapersLearn more about the Hero Diaper + “New Paradigm Parenting” movement - https://herodiapers.com/Get Miki’s books: Do Cool Sht and Disrupt-Her* - https://www.mikiagrawal.com/booksFollow Miki on Instagram - https://instagram.com/mikiagrawalLoved this episode? Don’t forget to rate, review, and share it with a fellow parent or creative. You never know who’s one reframe away from a massive life shift. Want ongoing parenting support from Albiona? Book a free discovery call (https://www.theparentingreframe.com/coaching) to see if 1:1 coaching is your next best step. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    55 min

  5. 26/11/2025

    “They Should Know Better!”: What to Do When Tweens & Teens Push Back

    If you’re parenting a tween or teen and find yourself thinking, “They’re old enough to know better — why are we still having these battles?” ...this episode is for you. Behavioral pushback. Eye rolls. Explosive transitions. Power struggles over iPads, phones, and homework. When our big kids act out, it’s easy to tell ourselves it’s personal—and that they should just “do better.” But that story? It’s keeping you stuck in a pattern that exhausts everyone involved. In this episode, Albiona uncovers one of the most common reframes she shares with parents of tweens and teens—and why learning to anchor yourself (instead of arguing back) is the shift that creates real change. She covers: What to do when your child’s behavior feels deliberateHow “they should know better by now” becomes a parenting trapWhy many parents escalate with their kids (and how to step out of the spiral)The phrase to stop saying (and what to do instead when emotions run high)How to set boundaries and hold compassion (without giving in again)Plus: Why overexplaining and lecturing rarely workHow small shifts—like setting limits quietly and clearly—change everythingA concrete example of how one parent solved morning chaos without yellingWhether your child is 9 or 16, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of your role as the anchor, not the mirror, when emotions rise. Resources & Links: Book a Free Discovery Call with Albiona → https://calendly.com/albiona324/discovery-call  Want real-time parenting strategies personalized to your child and your triggers? Albiona’s currently enrolling for 1:1 coaching in early 2026. This 12-week container gives you the tools, support, and calm you’ve truly needed. Learn more + schedule your free call: https://calendly.com/albiona324/discovery-callFollow Albiona on Instagram → @theparentingreframeWatch the viral video this episode was based on → https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTrNwRwbV/If this episode hit home: Please subscribe, rate, and review the show. Then send the link to a friend who's struggling with their tween or teen. It might be the exact reframe they needed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    26 min

  6. 19/11/2025

    Raising Strong-Willed Kids Without Losing Your Cool: A Conversation with Kirk Martin

    What You’ll LearnWhy your child’s defiance isn’t disrespect — it’s communication.How to shift from “fixing your child” to regulating yourself first.The power of posture and tone: why sitting down and lowering your voice changes everything.How to stop over-talking, over-teaching, and over-correcting — and what to do instead.Ways to parent as a team, even when one parent is more reactive.How to reframe strong-willed behavior as a sign of strength and leadership in development.Why connection — not compliance — is the foundation of real discipline. Key TakeawaysCalm isn’t passive; it’s anchored leadership.Your child’s behavior is not a reflection of your worth.Connection before correction always creates more cooperation.Every strong-willed child is asking: “Can I trust you to stay calm when I’m not?” About Kirk MartinFounder of Celebrate Calm and host of The Calm Parenting PodcastHas helped over 1 million families bring peace and connection into their homesKnown for his practical tools, humor, and grounded wisdom👉 Learn more at celebratecalm.com 👉 Follow Kirk on Instagram @calmparentingpodcast  Continue the Work with AlbionaPurchase The PARR Journal — a guided tool to help you pause, acknowledge, respond, and reflect.Join Albiona’s free live PARR Workshop over Zoom when you purchase your journal.Learn more at theparentingreframe.comFollow on Instagram @theparentingreframe👉 Click here to purchase your journal and save your workshop spot.  Favorite Quote“I realized I needed my son to behave so that I could behave. Once I learned to control myself, everything changed.” –  Kirk Martin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 10m

  7. 12/11/2025

    Stop Overreacting: How to Use the PARR Process to Stay Calm and Connected

    In this solo episode, Albiona explores one of the most common parenting struggles — reactivity. Whether you find yourself yelling, shutting down, or feeling guilty after the fact, this episode offers a powerful shift. Albiona walks you through her four-step PARR Process — Pause, Acknowledge, Respond, Reflect — to help you regulate your emotions, understand your triggers, and respond with more presence and connection. She also shares how journaling transformed her parenting and how the PARR Journal can help you do the same. ✨ Purchase The PARR Journal and save your spot for Albiona’s free live PARR Workshop over Zoom. Click here to order your journal and join the workshop. Follow @theparentingreframe on Instagram or visit theparentingreframe.com to learn more. Albiona’s email address: albiona@theparentingreframe.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    37 min

  8. 08/10/2025

    The Goodbye Struggle: How to Help Your Child (and Yourself) Separate with Confidence

    In this heartfelt solo episode, host Albiona Rakipi dives deep into one of the most common (and emotionally triggering) parenting challenges: separation anxiety. But this isn’t your typical advice—this is a powerful reframe. You’ll learn why children protest when you leave, why dragging out your goodbye actually makes things harder, and how your own guilt might be sending the wrong message—even when you mean well. Most importantly, this episode gives you practical, loving strategies to help your child build self-trust, navigate hard feelings, and develop resilience, while giving yourself full permission to live a full, joyful life. Whether you’re heading to work or heading to dinner with friends, this episode reminds you: your joy is not selfish—it’s vital. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why separation anxiety is not “bad behavior,” but a growth edgeThe #1 mistake parents make when saying goodbye (and how to fix it)What your child actually needs in those tough emotional momentsHow to build a "bridge" between separation and safetyWhy your self-trust is the foundation for your child’s regulationHow to reframe “mom guilt” when you choose something just for youThe link between predictability and reduced anxiety in kidsThe critical difference between empathy and enmeshmentReal-life scripts and object-leaving strategies to ease transitionsWhy calm isn’t the opposite of anxiety—self-trust isQuotes to Remember: “The opposite of anxiety isn’t calm—it’s self-trust.”“Every time you go back in a panic, you’re telling your child they can’t handle hard things.”“Your child doesn’t need you to sacrifice everything—they need you to model wholeness.”“Joy begets joy. When you honor your needs, your kids benefit too.”Resources Mentioned: Substack Paid Parenting Community: https://albiona.substack.com/subscribeBook a 1:1 Coaching Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/albiona324/discovery-call Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Parenting Reframe podcast is a safe space for parents to feel seen, heard, and supported through this wild journey that is parenting. Hosted by educator and parent Albiona Rakipi, we explore some of the biggest parenting challenges: tantrums, potty training, challenging behaviors, neurodivergent learners, teenagers, bedtime, homework, expectations, and more. We'll chat with experts, parents, and even kids about what it means to parent and to be parented. Albiona's 20 years of experience working with children and families, has brought her insight as she learns from parents and kids alike - even her own. Her only ask is that you stay open and curious, as we reframe parenting together.

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  • Creator
    Albiona Rakipi
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022-2026 Albiona Rakipi
  • Show Website
    The Parenting Reframe

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